Category Archives: thinking outside the box

‘Imagifriends of Imagiville’ New Year’s Calendar

“Even those with Autism and disabilities can make a great and wonderful difference in this world and even they can fulfill their dreams and goals. ”               – D.J. Svoboda Get ready for the 2014 with Daniels ‘Imagifriends of Imagiville’ … Continue reading

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Hitting the Jackpot over at BLOOM

I’m very excited to be guest posting over at BLOOM blog, the blog for Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. I am truly honoured by this opportunity. Thank you Louise Kinross, parent, editor and special needs super-star! Please go check them … Continue reading

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Airport Thievery

Traveling this Labor Day? Here’s a perspective of an autistic Adult maneuving through the airport. “I was appalled by what the kiosk was directing me to do. How awful to have to steal a fellow passenger’s passport! I clutched onto my passport … Continue reading

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Why We Don’t Use the Word “Retarded” and Why You Shouldn’t Either

Why We Don’t Use the Word “Retarded” and Why You Shouldn’t Either | Jews and Special Needs | Jewish Journal. Related articles 11 year-old mentally challenged girl jailed for ‘blasphemy’ in Pakistan (refreshingnews99.blogspot.com) Soccer Drills for Mentally Challenged Kids (livestrong.com) … Continue reading

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aha! –an Autism awareness moment

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aha moment – A moment of clarity, the aha moment is a defining moment where you gain real wisdom – wisdom you can use to change your life.
Read about how this father acknowledged his ‘aha moment’ which led to Autism awareness! http://wp.me/p1b3aT-S Continue reading

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‘A Sensory Christmas’

‘A Sensory Christmas’ Merry Christmas! This holiday perspective is worth a repost. {original post on 2011.12.22 at ‘Enjoying The Hi-5s of Autism – A Family Experience’ entitled ‘a SPD holiday season’}   Hi5! Families can enjoy the holidays even when … Continue reading

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‘Layaway Angel’ Picks Up $16K Tab At Costa Mesa Kmart Store « CBS Los Angeles

Happy Holidays! Hi5! You still have time to become a ‘Layaway Angel’ at your local Kmart store. ‘Layaway Angel’ Picks Up $16K Tab At Costa Mesa Kmart Store « CBS Los Angeles. Contact your community Kmart and ask how you … Continue reading

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FUNabulous Festival of Lights!

FUNabulous Festival of Lights! Hi5! Happy Hanukkah! Celebrations are enjoyably fun when you think of ‘uniquely different’ foods, gifts, games and ways to celebrate. Remember, to keep your ‘uniquely differently’ loved ones/colleagues/friends in mind when planning parties.  Each category and … Continue reading

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Gifts – ‘uniquely different’ (art)

Hi5!

Great holiday gift…especially for teens and lovers of the arts…as well as, any seeking inspiration

‘The Girl Who Spoke with Pictures; Autism through Art.’ A book by Eileen Miller with illustrations by Kim Miller

# ISBN-10: 1843108895

# ISBN-13: 978-1843108894 Continue reading

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